Test

There are a range of genetic and genomics tests. The right test depends on the type of genetic variant you are trying to find.

Tests also vary in terms of cost, turn-around time and complexity of interpretation.

Select a test below to learn the about details involved and/or continue through to the post-test steps.

Test

Time required for test

Amount of genome sequenced

Amount of clinical information req.

Exome Sequencing

Time required for test

3-6 months (standard)

~2%

Genome Sequencing

Time required for test

3-6 months (standard)

~98%

Microarray

Time required for test

1-2 weeks

NGS / Multigene Panel

Time required for test

Approx. 12 weeks

<2%

Single gene

Time required for test

2-3 weeks

<2%

*Microarrays (CMAs) do not use sequencing technology so are not included here.